1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
